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Transfer News and Gossip Transfer Rumours Thread 2023-24 (Part 2 - Back in Business. Oh no we’re not)
- Thread starter Smiffy
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Zeuss
Manager
Unlike Mooney and Gard even,Wood hasn’t yet shown enough in any position to prove he could be an asset in a higher level team .
Rattus Norvegicus
Dullard ①
Ordinarily, I sound off about the loan system but the club is in an unusual position.
I would be quite happy to see players brought in for the remainder of the season who have a little more experience and/or experience from higher leagues.
This would be a stop gap for the remainder of the season so that is a negative but equally that would give the club more time to chase the "whiteboard names" for longer term success.
And who knows, it has not been unknown for a loan player to do well, enjoy their time at Roots Hall & sign for us during the summer.
I would be quite happy to see players brought in for the remainder of the season who have a little more experience and/or experience from higher leagues.
This would be a stop gap for the remainder of the season so that is a negative but equally that would give the club more time to chase the "whiteboard names" for longer term success.
And who knows, it has not been unknown for a loan player to do well, enjoy their time at Roots Hall & sign for us during the summer.
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danbowen
Experienced Pro
I think what is being overlooked is the fact we are 11 points off of the play offs with a game in hand and 22 games left to play. I would like to think that the new owners will be wanting to go for it a bit but without being stupid. If we can bring in a few players on a permanent for the longer term and a few key loan signings there is no reason why we cant sneak in.
If we go up this season it will massively help our financial side as I think being in L2 over the NL is worth a couple of £100k's. I do not get the impression that the new owners are here just to make up the numbers so it would be great to see them showing the ambition from the off. If we fail to go up this season it would not be a failure by any measure but with a great run we can then really hit it next season again. I dont like the idea of lets plan for next season when we can still achieve a huge amount this season.
If we go up this season it will massively help our financial side as I think being in L2 over the NL is worth a couple of £100k's. I do not get the impression that the new owners are here just to make up the numbers so it would be great to see them showing the ambition from the off. If we fail to go up this season it would not be a failure by any measure but with a great run we can then really hit it next season again. I dont like the idea of lets plan for next season when we can still achieve a huge amount this season.
Bromley Blue
The artist formerly known as the_saafender
I agree. We’ve got the nucleus of a really top side in this division and with the right additions would also do well in the league above. But those players that have performed so heroically over the last year desperately need some backup and competition.
Whatever happens or doesn’t happen today in terms of signings, it’s important not to panic. The main thing now is we’re finally back on an even playing field and will get players in eventually.
I wouldn't be at all surprised if any new addition or additions were announced shortly before the game tomorrow. We know Kev likes to keep his cards close to his chest, so any little advantage gained by delaying transfer announcements, is worthwhile.
Blue Yonder
Schoolboy⭐⭐🦐
You’re right but slightly odd we keep secret stuff that’s been trailed on here for days. As the consortium has grown so has the number of ITK’s it seems. Not a popular view I don’t suppose but personally hope the club plugs the leaks.
CaptainSmudger
The Official Southend United Pilot⭐⭐🦐
Fully Agree , Yes Let's get Lewis Gard Back from Tonbridge Angels. 8 Goals from Midfield This season So Far! and a Penalty Taker.
I am sure Kev and Co are Aware of this . If Not Someone Tell Them Please!
danbowen
Experienced Pro
2 goals from open play and 6 penalties. His numbers look good but it screams Harry Kane in the world cup when he was **** and he was top scorer with 4 penalties and a deflection he knew nothing about.
Texas Eslan
Striker
Surely if even a number of people on here are already aware of the signings, Barnet will be easily able to find out who we have signed? Seems unlikely to be a secret in the football world.
Totally agree. Let's not forget the gap between the NL and lower.
Callum Powell is a classic example of being unable to hit the numbers in the NL he was with Kiddermister. It's a completely different level. It's like saying, "Let's get Rhys Murphy back" because he's scoring for Yeovil.
Gard may be a good penalty taker in his current league, but he isn't good enough for the NL or Southend, as decided by Kev, Daz and co. I'm sure Still has a number of other players in that position on his radar.
ColinMorrisWalksOnWater
Assistant Head Coach⭐⭐🦐
Totally agree, apart from Powell was at Kettering, not Kiddy. Let's not also forget Gard failed to impress with Aldershot in this division too and wasn't injury hampered there either.
So for me , forward for players with as yet, hopefully untapped potential and seeing if we can progress them, not returning to players that have had their chance and haven't impressed at this level.
shrimperjon
President
Ben has just seen John Benton at the gym in Stockbrook Manor. Said he is enjoying Solihull but was desperate to come back to us. Just couldn’t hold on any longer. Maybe will come back one day
Well close enough, it began with a K
Hadleigh-shrimper
Striker
Doesn’t sound like he’s doing all that. Hard pass
RHB
Return to Modnomor Mountain⭐⭐🦐
A big challenge it may be Phil, but if he ain't coming back here then I'm not too fussed where he's going. No doubt it will pop up in Ex Shrimpers soon.
I think some fans think the real game is no different to playing football manager on a PC game. Some only look at stats of games, not the level of teams they're playing week in week out against, or indeed training effort, which contributes to the team ethic and personal development. Kev likes players to press and hit high energy levels... some players can't produce that, especially if they don't train hard enough.
Shrimper
Life President
Was pulling up trees at Aveley
tommy tucker
Manager
no back under an embargo only kidding new faces will happen soon enough .Give it time im sure john Still is working hard behind the sceens .Along with the three amigosAny ITK do you know if there are any announcements scheduled for today?
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